Riding your Bike Saves you Money

So, we love riding our motorcycle. We love the feel of the open road, the deep rumble of the engine, the wind buffeting up at you. But did you know riding your motorcycle can also save you gas, which in turn saves you money? Here are some tips to maximize your gas and money-saving skills.

1. Keep the engine running smoothly. Monthly maintenance will keep your motorcycle running the way it should, which means more efficiency (burns less gas) and money-savings. Checking the oil, the sparkplugs, and the air and oil filters are just a few ways to make sure your engine is in shape. Not only will this help with your gas mileage, but it will also help prolong the life of your bike.
2. Make sure your tire pressure is perfect. If it dips in either tire, you could lose out on valuable gas savings. Your bike will also feel and handle better with the correct tire pressure. Just find the number in the user manual and check periodically to make sure you’re on target.
3. Don’t carry around excess baggage. If you need certain things with you on a ride, then by all means, load them up. But if you’re carrying around extra stuff or top cases or saddlebags for no real reason, go ahead and take them off or clean them out. Less weight means a lighter and more fuel-efficient bike.
4. Maintain your speed and avoid unnecessary revving. Making your ride as smooth as possible will help you save on gas and money. Of course, it’s fun to indulge sometimes, but on general rides where the destination is more important than the ride, just keep it level. You might also want to slow down a little, so you can maintain an even speed—slow and steady wins the gas economy race. Using cruise control is your best option.
5. Be good to your bike. Keep your bike maintained. Keep it streamlined. Avoid excess weight and listen to it when it starts acting shaky. The only way to get good gas mileage out of your motorcycle for years to come is by taking care of it.

So, as if you needed more of a reason to love your bike, now you have another one — it can save you money. To learn more about 911 Biker and how we can serve you, contact our Motorcycle Accident Law Firm.